Governor Abbott Announces Texas Music Incubator Rebate Program Applications Open

Governor Greg Abbott and the Texas Music Office (TMO) today announced the opening of applications for the second year of the Texas Music Incubator Rebate (TMIR) Program. As first announced by Governor Abbott in 2023, the TMIR Program provides qualifying Texas music venues and festival promoters a full or partial rebate of certain taxes to help support the live music industry in communities across the state. With $20.2 million approved for the biennium in the 88th Legislative Session, applications for Fiscal Year 2024 funding are now open through November 30.

“Texas is where live music lives,” said Governor Abbott. “A vibrant local music industry not only adds to the quality of life, it is a competitive advantage, helping Texas attract major capital investments, culturally diverse talent, and new jobs in a range of industries. With support from the Texas Music Office, the Texas music industry annually accounts for more than 192,000 direct and indirect permanent jobs in communities across Texas. The Texas Music Incubator Rebate Program will help spur further job growth and expansion in every region of the state as we build a bigger, better Texas for all.” 

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